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How Do Online Support Groups Help With Betrayal Trauma?
Michaela Standhart • Jan 14, 2021
Many people are finding one way to cope with their betrayal trauma is through online support groups. Living through a pandemic has been, in the least, life-changing, and for many, quite difficult. However, with many support groups moving online, access to support for betrayal trauma may be at your fingertips.
There are a variety of online support groups. One benefit of joining a betrayal trauma support group is you may connect with others who understand what you're going through. As a result, it may help you identify your feelings or receive validation of your emotions. Living with betrayal trauma can be difficult and lonely. However, with the right support, you may be able to find peace and healing.
In this article, we'll discuss how online betrayal trauma support groups may help you.
Understanding betrayal trauma
Betrayal trauma is something many may not understand unless they have a personal experience with betrayal. After all, it's easy to think about how you would react until you find yourself in the situation. Then, suddenly everything changes. As a result, you may have friends or family pushing you to move forward, but they lack the ability to understand why you're feeling stuck. This is one reason why an online support group can be beneficial.
Betrayal trauma can occur almost instantly. For example, the moment you discover an affair or an addiction can feel life-shattering. Symptoms that accompany broken trust can lead to depression, anxiety, and hopelessness. However, connecting with someone who has had their own traumatic experience with betrayal can be validating. Likewise, hearing how others move through the healing process may help you too.
How can an online support group help me with my betrayal trauma?
Among many things, symptoms of betrayal trauma can lead to loneliness. It can be hard to find words to explain why or what you're experiencing, especially to someone who hasn't been through a betrayal. As a result, you may not receive the validation or empathy you need and deserve to help you heal. It can leave you feeling alone or misunderstood. However, through an online support group, you can connect with others who are going through very similar situations.
The right support can lead to healing. The good news is, the intent of online support groups is to provide that very thing. We know human connection plays a vital role in our mental health. Therefore, connecting with others who understand can be healing and even lead to lifelong friendships. A support group may help you voice or recognize your emotions. Likewise, hearing another person talk about their healing process may provide insight into yours.
At Thrive Relational Recovery, we understand the challenges of betrayal trauma. Online support may be one way to help you heal. Likewise, meeting with a therapist may also help you through the healing process. We would love to talk to you to see if we can help you. You can visit our website to learn more or call us today.
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